Pressure Ulcers in the Perioperative Setting Summary

Pressure Ulcers in the Perioperative Setting Summary is organized by CEUfast, Inc..

Last Updated: 3/26/2024
This course will be updated or discontinued on or before Thursday, March 26, 2026

Outcomes
92% of participants will know the stages of pressure injuries, risk factors, and interventions to prevent pressure injuries in the perioperative setting.

Objectives
After completing this continuing education course, the participant will be able to meet the following objectives:

• Categorize the different stages of pressure injuries.
• Outline items that are necessary when performing a wound assessment.
• Identify at least two pressure injury risk assessment screening tools used in a perioperative setting.
• Compare intrinsic and extrinsic patient risk factors affecting pressure injury development.
• Examine at least three interventions regarding pressure injury prevention.
• Identify at least two complications of pressure injuries.